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Physical Therapist

Summit Health and Rehab Center
Lynchburg, VA
Full-time

Summit Health and Rehab Center -

Opportunity for an in-house Physical Therapist to join the rehab department.

Responsibilities for Physical Therapist

  • Perform initial and ongoing physical therapy evaluations according to APTA standards of practice as well as state standards.
  • Develop Plan of Treatment for each patient based on initial and ongoing evaluations including short- and long-term goals, collaboration demands of other staff members, and required patient and caregiver involvement.
  • Implement Plan of Treatment on a consistent schedule and adjust this schedule and plan according to patient progress.
  • Document patient progress according to approved medical documentation and facility documentation procedures.
  • Evaluate mobility, strength, and current level of patient function, while setting goals to improve in these areas that are scaled to patient abilities and realistically attainable.
  • Report patient progress to patient, patient caregivers and loved ones, facility staff and healthcare professionals involved in ongoing treatment / care of patients.
  • Develop a plan for patients following completion of their Plan of Treatment with appropriate in-home care services.
  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge through attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, etc.
  • Assist other facility staff members as needed to provide care and create a clean, orderly, and effective environment for rehabilitation and physical therapy.
  • Perform daily documentation and billing

Requirements and skills

  • Proven working experience as a Physical Therapist
  • Excellent knowledge of principles and practices of Physical Therapy
  • Hands-on experience with computer programs
  • Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities
  • Professional behavior
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills
  • Valid license to practice Physical Therapy

Career Advantages :

  • Rare in-house opportunity
  • Practice in an environment built on integrity and progressive, ethical care.
  • Clinical expertise, training and mentoring available.
  • Comprehensive benefit package
  • Electronic documentation system
  • Work collaboratively with a supportive team of therapists and nursing staff.
  • 23 days ago
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